Victor Osimhen Faces Criticism from Teammates After Napoli's Champions League Defeat

 Napoli's Victor Osimhen Faces Criticism from Teammates After Disappointing Performance Against Barcelona

Napoli's hopes were dashed in a painful defeat against Barcelona during their UEFA Champions League round of 16 match, with Victor Osimhen's performance drawing criticism from teammates and Italian media alike.

Match Recap

In a disappointing turn of events for Napoli, Barcelona emerged victorious with a 3-1 win in Catalonia, overturning Napoli's 1-1 draw from the first leg. Despite Amir Rrahmani's early strike, goals from Fermin Lopez, Joao Cancelo, and Roberto Lewandowski sealed Napoli's fate.

Osimhen's Performance

Victor Osimhen, the Nigerian international, struggled to make an impact throughout the match. Despite playing the full 90 minutes, Osimhen appeared disconnected from his teammates, managing just one shot and winning only one of his attempted duels.

 Criticism and Concerns

Reports from Italian newspaper *Il Mattino*, as cited by *Calcio Napoli 1926*, suggest discontent within Napoli's dressing room regarding Osimhen's performance. Concerns have been raised about Osimhen's form and commitment, with accusations of being overpaid and pampered by the club.

As Napoli faces the aftermath of their Champions League exit, scrutiny on Osimhen's contribution intensifies, raising questions about his role within the team moving forward.